Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics

Dan Harris had a panic attack on live television and turned to meditation in response, discovering its extensive benefits

Don’t be afraid to try meditating yourself—all you need to do is focus and let other thoughts drift away

Meditation and mindfulness help you recognize and step away from your selfish “monkey mind”

Finding time to fit meditation into your busy life is always possible—even one minute is enough!

A two-hour meditation is a perfect way to relax completely and expand your sense of compassion

Self-care is not self-indulgent; when you’re kinder to yourself, you will be more in tune with others

Meditation is becoming more widely accepted, and the opinions of others shouldn’t affect you

The inside of your head probably isn’t that scary—you are not defined by your feelings!

Mindfulness helps improve decision making and performance in the workplace, especially for those with high-stress jobs

Stay inspired by honing your meditation skills, being consistent with your practice, and remembering how meditation has changed your life

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